CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A northwest Georgia man who attacked the Chattanooga Masonic Center was sentenced Thursday. Kadum Harwood Kadum Harwood is serving five years in federal prison. In September of 2023, he pulled down the doors of the building with a chain attached to his truck. Prosecutors say he took a sledgehammer to the…… MORE
MGN HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Drivers traveling through the I-75 at I-24 interchange should prepare for delays due to scheduled road construction. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced weekend lane closures as part of the ongoing Phase 2 project. Starting Friday, March 7, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. through Monday, March 10, 2025,…… MORE
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Chattanooga man has been arrested for shooting someone in Athens, Tennessee. The shooting occurred on February 28, 2025, near McMinn Avenue. According to the Athens Police Department (APD), one person sustained life-threatening injuries. On the morning of March 5, federal authorities and Chattanooga Police took Caleb Darby into custody. He…… MORE
‘I’ve nothing to hide’ – Khelif on possible safety concerns ahead of 2028 Olympics – Source: SNTV… MORE
CHEROKEE COUNTY, N.C. (WDEF) – The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit have arrested a man with multiple drug trafficking charges. The recent arrest was a development in a case that began in January 2024. Colby Brett Philips was arrested and charged with trafficking methamphetamine after finding 125 grams of the substance in his possession.…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga State Community College celebrated the grand opening of the first-ever Student Health Clinic. The clinic offers a wide range of healthcare services to students, It’s designed to provide convenient access to healthcare right on campus and will benefit students from 16 different programs at the college. “When students feel supported,…… MORE
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- A controversial bill regarding forever chemicals was the subject of a tense hearing in Atlanta. House Bill 211, proposed by several area representatives including Kasey Carpenter of Dalton, would shield carpet companies from forever chemical lawsuits. Carpet companies like Shaw and Mohawk, among many others have been the targets of lawsuits related…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Traditional hummus is made from ground chickpeas and sesame seeds. Add a little olive oil, lemon, and garlic, and you the recipe for a delicious source of protein. A local family doing its best to make hummus a staple in St. Elmo. We head to the Hummus Bowl in tonight’s Driving…… MORE
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — The legal battle for control over Life Care Centers of America has been resolved. On the morning of March 4, 2025, a Cleveland judge agreed to name Aubrey Preston as the conservator for his father, Forrest Preston. The father founded the senior aging facility chain that has now gone nationwide.…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The development of a new Hixson elementary school continues to move forward. The Hamilton County Commission approved a contract with Franklin Associates to design the future North River Elementary School. It would replace DuPont, Rivermont, and Alpine Crest Elementary Schools on the Dupont site. The project has faced some controversy from parents…… MORE
